Ivy + Bean and the ghost that had to go
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
Ivy and Bean try to help a ghost find peace and move on from their school.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance use is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The ghost is presented in a slightly spooky but not terrifying way.
The central theme involves a ghost and helping it move on.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview is secular, focusing on friendship and problem-solving.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceIvy and Bean show determination in their task.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
The strong friendship between Ivy and Bean is central.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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